Gold, Gold, in Cariboo! A Story of Adventure in British Columbia

Name: Gold, Gold, in Cariboo! A Story of Adventure in British Columbia
Author: Clive Phillipps-Wolley

By Clive Phillipps-Wolley

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The narrative follows a small band of fortune-seekers who travel into British Columbia's goldfields, driven by feverish hopes and speculative schemes. Central figures include a determined young prospector who seizes a risky opportunity, his poet companion, and the taciturn colonel whose past provokes pursuit. Their pack-train journeys across dangerous rivers and mountain canyons, through gambling, swindles, and violence, and into dealings with Indigenous camps and frontier settlements. Encounters with treacherous terrain, wild animals, and human treachery test loyalties, prompt searches and rescues, and culminate in hard-won discoveries, reckonings, and the reunion of long-sought companions.

About the Author

Clive Phillipps-Wolley

Clive Phillipps-Wolley was an English author known for his writings on hunting and adventure. His notable works include the two-volume series "Big Game Shooting," which reflects his passion for hunting in various terrains, and "Gold, Gold, in Cariboo! A Story of Adventure in British Columbia," which captures the spirit of exploration during the gold rush era. Phillipps-Wolley's writings often blend personal experience with vivid storytelling, offering readers a glimpse into the challenges and thrills of outdoor pursuits. He also contributed to the literature on sport in regions such as the Crimea and Caucasus, showcasing his diverse interests in both adventure and nature.